“It is a wonderful historic fact that men of prayer have always been men of power in the world. If you are debating with some friend in the workshop, be sure and ask him why it is that the men of power in the world have always been the men of prayer” —

—Bishop Winnington Ingram

Prayer changes everything. It will change your circumstances, and it can change America. It can change your heart and it can bring healing and deliverance. America needs healing. 

Daniel took a chance and made a stand when he refused to obey the Babylonian king who ordered him not to petition God or king for thirty days. We know from the Bible that the penalty was to be thrown into the lion’s den. Daniel chose to ignore the edict. “Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went into his house; and his windows being open in his chamber toward Jerusalem, he kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, as he did aforetime” (Daniel 6:10).

Daniel had a practice of prayer and continued to do so, ignoring the edict. What was the result? He was thrown to the lions. God wasn’t caught off-guard by Daniel’s actions and responded by sending an angel into the den of lions with Daniel and locked their mouths so that not a hair on precious Daniel’s head was touched. Daniel was fully delivered from harm. Deliverance comes today through the same path—the one of prayer. 

There is power in the Blood of Jesus–the finished work on Calvary. We have protection, we are purged, and we are delivered by the Blood of Jesus. A right relationship with Jesus moves us to prayer 24/7 from the heart. 

The story of Daniel is a great illustration for us today; one where, despite our circumstances, we don’t forget God. Our prayers are heard by God–and we have assurance, even in the midst of evil, that God will answer our prayers as well.

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BOOKS BY DR. DEBORAH STARCZEWSKI (available on-line on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, etc.) 

GOD’S PRICELESS TREASURE (How To Overcome Challenges, Be Transformed and Know Your Purpose)…learn what to do in times of crisis, how to pray with a right heart, and watch God deliver you. Learn how to move from drama to destiny, pain to purpose, a mess to a message, and a trial to triumph through prayer and a relationship with God.

A LEAP OF FAITH (25 Days at the Mercy Seat)…a modern day resurrection story and examples of God’s divine intervention–that will keep you turning the pages and give you hope to believe God for whatever you are facing.

THE MIDNIGHT HOUR (Will America Turn Back To God?)…a must read for everyone. 

I recently watched a beautiful butterfly and was able to capture a great picture. That butterfly has a story of struggle. If someone had tried to help that butterfly out, being moved by compassion or not having patience, to open the cocoon and pull the butterfly out—it would have died. 

We all have struggles…and if God didn’t allow us to walk through some struggle in this life, we would never develop the stamina and strength that is vital to survive in this world. 

God often works through our personal struggles, teaching us things we would not learn otherwise. He also works through “suddenly” moments. 

“Behold, I send My messenger, and he shall prepare the way before Me. And the Lord [the Messiah], Whom you seek will suddenly come to His temple; the Messenger or Angel of the covenant Whom you desire, behold, He shall come, says the Lord of hosts” (Malachi 3:1).

When Jesus comes back to take us to Himself, we will be changed “in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye” —-in a “suddenly” moment in time. Until that time, we are called to occupy and live with passion and purpose. 

Don’t believe the lies from the devil…that you will never change; or your circumstances. The Bible teaches us that as we behold the glory of God we….are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord. 

We don’t have to be discouraged in our daily walk with God, no matter what is going on around us or in us. No matter what remains to be done in our personal lives in the transformation of our old man nature into our new man, it will be accomplished suddenly —at the appearing of Jesus in the clouds. 

Until He comes, you can learn to shift from panic to peace, from pain to purpose, from fear to faith, and from drama to destiny.  We are created to live with passion and purpose, and fulfill our God-given destiny. Every person must choose to move through struggles and real life challenges by learning to make a shift— don’t miss this new book, filled with stories that will give you hope in the midst of whatever you are facing. SHIFT HAPPENS

God cares intimately about you. He is involved in the details. Make a shift today by reading how others have overcome that will give you hope to overcome as well. God wants you to be a world changer. 

I am honored to be a part of the amazing group that shared their individual stories. Don’t miss the book. 

Deborah Starczewski 

OTHER BOOKS BY DR. DEBORAH STARCZEWSKI:

God’s Priceless Treasure (How To Overcome Challenges, Be Transformed, And Know Your Purpose)

A LEAP OF FAITH (25 Days at the Mercy Seat) – a modern day resurrection story that will keep you turning the pages.

THE MIDNIGHT HOUR (Will America Turn Back To God?) – a must read for everyone. 

You can run the enemy out of your mind, out of your home, and out of this nation. It starts with you. You can make a difference. When your mind is filled with competition, complacency, and you are consumed with what others are doing instead of knowing God–you have opened a door to the enemy. Competition is not a kingdom value. You can choose to return to God in repentance and brokenness. 

Chase Jesus and memorize scripture. Scripture memorization is vital to living free indeed. This brings into your mind the Word that not only acts as a sword, but will cut away the adverse strongholds that you have that stand in the way of freedom through Jesus Christ—who wants to bring complete freedom to the heart. Hebrews 4:12 says:

“For the Word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart” (KJV). 

Remember this, the devil cannot stand against the Word of God. Pray the Word of God over yourself, your family, and this nation. 

Great verses to memorize: Psalm 119:11 “Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against Thee.” Other great passages to remember: Proverbs 16:3, Matthew 12:34; Proverbs 4:23, 2 Corinthians 1:3-5; John 3:16, the Lord’s Prayer of Matthew 6:6-13, the entire first Psalm and Psalm 100. Isaiah 55:11; Isaiah 54:17, Psalm 103:20 and Psalm 129:4 to start. Memorize at least a new verse each week. 

Instead of saying what is happening around you or what you see and hear on the news, pray the Word of God. Use these verses to bring your mind into alignment with God. Fill your mind with Scripture until it fills the very fabric of your being. When you begin to know the Word of God, your heart grows fonder and adores the God of the Word. 

Revere and honor God–in doing so, you will find that you honor others. Fall in love with Jesus all over again.